Network Specialists

NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Network Specialist to provide daily on-site network operations support at assigned MTF location, ensuring network infrastructure availability, resolving Tier 0 incidents, and serving as primary 24/7 point of contact for network-related issues.

Requirements

• Active Department of Defense Secret level security clearance
• DoD Approved 8570 / 8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications
• Security+ and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent
• 2-3 years network support or IT infrastructure experience
• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline and 2 years OR Technical/Vocational certification and 3 years
• Proficient in TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, and basic routing protocols
• Working knowledge of Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper switch/router configuration
• Understanding of 802.1d/q/w, 802.3, 802.11 wireless, communication standards
• Hands-on with SolarWinds for monitoring and basic troubleshooting
• Basic network security awareness: firewalls, VPN concepts
• Cable termination, certification tools, and physical layer troubleshooting
• Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet operations
• Windows OS, basic Active Directory troubleshooting
• ServiceNow ticket management and documentation
• Understanding of medical facility network requirements

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability plans
• 401(k) match up to 10% of employee's salary contributions
• Comprehensive training and development program
• 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually